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New-York Historical Society Museum & Library

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New York’s first museum, The New York Historical is a leading cultural institution covering over 400 years of American history. Our offerings span …

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Feb 10, 2025
I attended a lecture on how the NYC Parks Department has changed since Robert Moses's time. I was kindly given a VIP ticket to listen to a wonderful discussion with interviews from previous parks com…Full review by neil102
Feb 8, 2025
Although some of the exhibits are very good, even the good ones many times include woke/propaganda. Some exhibits are fully woke. It is annoying and ridiculous at times. I do love the Tiffany lamps. …Full review by Sharon G
Dec 17, 2024
Came to see the Robert Caro and Robert Moses exhibit, which was mostly a display of his edited original writings and a little history about the trashing of so many NY neighborhoods. I found it all mi…Full review by archman8
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Oldest Museum In The City
The New-York Historical Society, one of America’s pre-eminent cultural institutions, is dedicated to fostering research, presenting hi…
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History buffs will love this Upper West Side institution. Built in 1804, it's the oldest museum in New York City. In a nod to history, the mus…
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The New-York Historical Society is an American history museum and library in New York City, along Central Park West between 76th and 7…
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The New-York Historical Society is an American history museum and library located in New York City at the corner of 77th Street and Central P…
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Established:1804
Located:New York City, US
Architect:York and Sawyer and Walker & Gillette
President:Louise Mirrer
Type:American history museum and library

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Are there any or many Audubon prints on display in Sept/Oct 2018?
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I don't know, but you can contact the museum directly. Also, they have a large library, so you might be able to arrange a viewing of the items you want to see even if they are not …
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I don't know, but you can contact the museum directly. Also, they have a large library, so you might be able to arrange a viewing of the items you want to see even if they are not on view to the public when you expect to be there. Call and ask, would be my suggestion.
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Are there renovations going on now? What parts are closed?
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The children's museum (lower ground), ground floor and first floor are open. Only half of the first floor is museum. Until they open the fourth floor don't bother.
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how much money does it cost
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Admission is $19 for adults. Seniors (65+), educators = $12 Students = $12 Children (5-13) = $6 Children under 5 are free Active duty military in uniform are free Friday evenings (6 …
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Admission is $19 for adults. Seniors (65+), educators = $12 Students = $12 Children (5-13) = $6 Children under 5 are free Active duty military in uniform are free Friday evenings (6-8pm) are pay-as-you-wish
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